Summary
Provides access to a wide range of academic support services to help you succeed in your coursework, improve learning strategies, and manage academic challenges effectively.
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Overview
Provides access to a wide range of academic support services to help you succeed in your coursework, improve learning strategies, and manage academic challenges effectively.
Features / Actions
- SI-PASS (Supplemental Instruction – Peer Assisted Study Sessions)
- Peer-led study groups for historically difficult or high-enrollment courses.
- Sessions are guided by trained student leaders who have previously excelled in the course.
- Focuses on collaboration, active learning, and building a deeper understanding of course content.
- Typically offered multiple times a week before exams or major assignments.
- Academic Coaching
- One-on-one personalized support sessions to help you:
- Improve time management
- Set academic goals
- Develop test-taking and note-taking strategies
- Boost motivation and self-confidence
- Available by appointment through VandalStar.
- Tutoring
- Free drop-in or scheduled tutoring across a wide range of subjects.
- Offered by qualified peer tutors or professional staff.
- Tutoring sessions may be held in-person or online depending on subject and availability.
- Commonly supported areas: Math, Writing, Chemistry, Physics, and more.
Additional Information
- Where to Access:
- The Academic Support Center is located in the ISUB (Idaho Student Union Building). Services may also be available via Zoom or other online platforms.
- Booking Appointments:
- Use Vandal Star to schedule academic coaching or check tutoring availability.
- All currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students have free access to these services.
- Special Programs:
- Some services may be tailored to specific student populations such as first-year students, TRIO participants, or student-athletes.
- Recommended Use:
- Don’t wait until you’re struggling; students who use academic support proactively throughout the semester report better performance and satisfaction.
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